Skin Balancing Advanced Kit

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I love the fact that these products are cruelty free and they do not use the irritants found in every other product for troubled skin. I am still in progress since I purchased this less than three weeks ago 6/27. I do notice my skin is smoother and a few minutes after my routine it feels tight and clean but not dry. My skin does have a little shine to it but not oily. My only concern so far is that I still do have small bumps on my forehead and the occasional breakout in only one area of my forehead. i do my best to not touch it but when I can not resist the urge the red marks tend to heal in a few days. I do have spots that have not healed as quickly as I thought since I had them before I even started this routine. Im not sure if the antioxidant works that well for me. I will update this in another week or so.

My sister came to visit me from out-of-town recently and told me my skin looked great. The only other time I've heard that is when I wear make-up. I've stopped wearing make-up altoghter because of the results of this kit. What can I say that hasn't been said? I'm 40 years old and have dealt with enlarged and blocked pores my entire life. I'd even sprouted new, super-large pores. I won't say that every single pore is cleared out, but they have shrunk so much in size it's remarkable. And the smoothness...I went from rough texture that I thought I'd just have to live with to a skin that's hard not to touch.

I also get occaisional hormonal break-outs. Since I've been using this those are greatly diminished in length and severity.

I really can't say enough about these products. I was truly skeptical of all the positive reviews. It's been a little over 6 weeks of regular use; I feel like I have a new face!

I am 32 years old and have worsening acne past 2 years. I've tried many different famous acne lines, and everything made my skin really flaky, and didn't stop the acne. I tried this line at the advice of a PC rep, and am so glad that I did. I've been using it for about 6 weeks. My acne is well-controlled, black heads have become less noticeable, and the texture of my skin has improved immensely. So much so that I've gone without foundation several times! Love it!

I'd been using the Hydralight line but felt that it wasn't doing enough for my rosacea symptoms or oiliness, so I got a sample pack of the Skin-Balancing system. I noticed an improvement after just a few days. I can't use the serum because it causes my skin to become very inflamed. But, the rest is great! I still use the BHA 1% in the day and the Hydralight sunscreen because there's something in it that really calms my rosacea. I use the Resist line at night. This combo is perfect for me!

I really do like this product and feel that it has improved my skin tone. I look at myself in the mirror in the middle of the day and see that I am FAR less oily than before. The ONLY reason I gave this product 4 stars is because I'm not 100% sure that this product was the ONLY reason my skin was less oily....I recently bought new MAC makeup too at the same time I bought this product and with the two combined, it made a big difference. I would definitely purchase again :)

I have very large pores in the T-zone (45 years old) and extremely sensitive skin. Break out each time I use a different product. Most cleansers and anti aging products make my face peel. I loved how this company actually lets you buy SAMPLES before you invest in their product. Just finished my samples last night and ordered the full kit today. It works perfect. I love how the serum and moisturizers make my face feel. THANK YOU!!!!

I was so excited to get this kit after my friend's recommendation and reviewing the feedbacks on the product, but it didn't give me the results I expected. Moreover, it made my skin even worse. I have been suffering from couperose and rosacea (I have combination type skin), and was hoping to solve this problem. But my skin felt itchy for the first 3 days I used it, now it dried out and started peeling. I have been using the skit for 6 days. I have never been allergic to any cosmetics before.

Customer Service Response: Hello, and thank you for sharing your experience with us - we're sorry to hear this didn't work as expected for you! Please contact a member of our Customer Care team for information on a possible exchange or refund.

Rx retiniods had been way too harsh for me in the past, so I was nervous about incorporating retinol into my skincare regimen, but I thought I'd give this a try after reaching the breaking point with what I assumed were permanent blackheads on my nose and after customer service informed me that this was a much more gentle treatment. There was a purging period to contend with (about 2 weeks), but now my skin looks better than it has since I hit puberty. Thanks Paula!

This is by far my favorite Paula's Choice order. I did a LOT of research on what face routine to implement in my life and this Paula' Choice kit was ideal to get me started. I only wish there was a version of the night moisturizer for the day, exactly like it with an incredible gel consistency but with sunscreen.

I love this kit, but except the sunscreen. without the sunscreen to use this kit, my skin is perfectly show me in the mirror. I have use the kit. The sunscreen made me breakout, but others items perfect.My skin is easy to get breakout and oily, large pore. But this kit make my skin looks better than better. I love it. I have try a lot of brands, they are not good as like my favorite Paula's Choice. The Paula's choice is really good price too. Try it on!

I have been a past user and super fan of Paula's choice for a few years now for my keratosis pilaris and for the BHA products. I was so excited to get the skin balancing super kit for Christmas, I could barely contain myself. I have been suffering from extra-oily skin with the change of seasons and needed a fix. Unfortunately, this kit has made my skin break out so so bad! All over my face and chest! I'm honestly shocked at how bad I've broken out from this kit!

Customer Service Response: Hello, and thanks for sharing your experience with us - we're sorry to hear this didn't work as expected for you! Please contact a member of our Customer Care team, who can assist you with a possible exchange or refund.

I've battled oily skin, acne, and enlarged pores all my life. I was a compulsive zit picker. The retinal product I was using helped my skin feel softer, but did little to control the acne and clogged pores. Several pores were becoming craters and it was embarrassing. Then I stumbled upon Paula's website. Within weeks of using her products, my skin is no longer bumpy, my pores are shrinking and the acne is gone. So are the sun spots. I?m 57. I still have oily skin, but not as bad. I'm thrilled!

I'd used samples for a few days before I decided on this kit. I love everything in it! My flaky, oily, cystic acne, clogged skin has undergone a transformation. My skin is so smooth, soft, more even toned, BALANCED, and best of all - no cystic acne! I still wake up with 2-3 small whiteheads but my extracting tool can take care of those no problem. I finally don't have bumpy painful skin and haven't needed foundation in FOUR days. I love how normal my skin feels. So happy I could cry. Love PC <3

I have been using Paula's Choice for about a year now (trying many different products including resist, clear) and three months ago settled on this kit. I have had near perfect skin (used to suffer from constant breakouts, oil and uneven skin tone) since starting this kit in particular. Anytime I defer from this routine, my skin simply doesn't look as good. Will be sticking with this one from now on!

Well Paula?s right I?m 53 and still have oily combination skin. I have been using this kit for 3 months now except I swapped the night gel with the Hydralight Lotion for my night time moisturizer. I'm not fond of gel formulas - it?s a personal choice. After years of attempting to try and buy best products rated by Paula and being unsuccessful in controlling my oiliness I decided to place my order and I'm glad I did. Now my forehead is not an oil slick by noon. Thanks Paula.

I am very impressed with EVERYTHING in this kit & was pleased even after my first use. Like so many others out there I have tried just about every skin care line available & in the end its nothing but a waste of money. Paula's Choice is the real deal & I am thrilled I gave this a try. I was beginning to feel hopeless because no matter what brand I used or how much it cost, my skin wasn't showing any improvements whatsoever . I am happy to have found a company I will want to keep coming back to

I'm 30 and suddenly developed lots of clogged pores, blackheads, oiliness and dryness at the same time. I went from perfect skin to all that in a year and was desperate to find some help! I used Murad, Skin Ceuticals, Aveda and CeraVe, and nothing worked as well as this Skin Balancing kit. In just two weeks of using it, my skin truly was clearer, smoother, imperfections disappeared and soft wrinkles smoothed out. No irritation, great textures, and honestly amazing prices. What a relief!!

I am allergic to many skin care products and have gone through plenty that make my eyes quite irritated. So, after extensive research, I decided to order the samples for the Skin Balancing kit, to make sure I was not going to have a reaction. Happily, I did not.But, to my surprise, yesterday a family member noticed my skin had an even tone to it and looked really good! I was not expecting this to happen after using the samples a few days, and my skin was healthy to start with. I am sold!

I've been using this for almost 4 weeks now and finally seeing some improvements! I was purging for about 2 weeks and almost gave up on this, but I'm glad I didn't because my acne is finally going away and redness is improving! I used to have oily/combination skin and now my skin feels a little tight and I'm not sure if this is a good thing or not.. I so happy I found this kit though!

I have combo/acneic/sensitive/30's skin. I was introduced to PC Products by Wayne Goss on Youtube. I first tried the Clear line but it was too strong. I was considering the Hydralight line when I read reviews here saying that the 'Skin Balancing' System was for those who needed something stronger but not too strong. That's me! Anything too weak and I get no results. Anything too strong and I get burned-literally. This system changed my skin like nothing else. My skin is happy and clear!

I've tried a variety of skin-care routines over the years but none has given me the results I've had with the Skin Balancing Kit. I especially love the Oil-Reducing Cleanser (the foaming action feels great!) and the Invisible Finish Moisture Gel (cool and soothing). The 2% BHA Liquid took me a little while to get used to (I was using too much), but now I love it. This entire kit keeps my occasional acne at bay without drying out my skin. I'm in my 40s and my skin has never looked or felt better!

I just began using this skin balancing kit and the best thing about it is that it relaxes me! I so enjoy slowly applying all of the different products. They all feel so good, so soft, and so nourishing to my skin. My only worry is that I am not using the products evenly. What I mean is that I do not think I will have enough concentrate serum left; whereas I will no doubt have a great deal of the toner and BHA liquid remaining. Hmmm. Does everyone think this is the case? I wonder...

My skin: combination-oily, prone to several types of acne, sensitive w/ red patches on my cheeks near the jaw line, has first signs of aging because I'm 30. I changed to these products (except did not use this cleanser, used a cheaper drugstore cleanser that received the Paula's Choice "Best" rating) for about 4 weeks. I was sensitive to the face mask and sunscreen so couldn't use them. My skin got more acne with this system than my previous regimen, so I had to return the products.

I was recommended this site and kit by a friend who's much more into skincare and beauty than me, and overall I'm really happy with it. After a couple of weeks now, my combination skin is pretty much evened out, blackheads slowly diminishing and overall feeling brighter where before my skin could be dull and pale. The combination of so many products is definitely not heavy and greasy. I just wish it came in a travel size kit! Such large bottles are a huge pain when travelling as much as I do!

This has been my best purchase ever in skincare and I am 50 years old !!! Thank you Paula this has changed my skin so much you have no idea, OMG I have suffered my whole life with acne and oily skin and large pores I finally got control of the acne but this kit has turned me completely around my large pores are gone and my oil seems to be less everyday and I even feel firmer this kit has been what I have been expecting from skincare my whole life and I didn't break the bank Thank you :-)

Skin Balancing Oil-Reducing Cleanser:DIRECTIONS: Wet face and apply a small amount of cleanser to your face and eye area with vigorous, yet gentle, circular motions. Rinse well. To remove heavy makeup, repeat or use with a clean, wet washcloth.

Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner:DIRECTIONS: After cleansing, apply toner to a cotton pad and gently stroke over face and neck. Do not rinse. Follow with the rest of your morning or evening skincare routine. For daytime, finish with a broad-spectrum sunscreen rated SPF 25 or greater.

Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant:DIRECTIONS: Apply once or twice daily after cleansing and toning. Lightly soak a cotton pad and apply over the entire face, including the eye area (avoid the lower lash line and eyelids). Do not rinse. For daytime, follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen rated SPF 25 or greater.

Skin Balancing Super Antioxidant Concentrate Serum with Retinol:DIRECTIONS: Apply after cleansing, toning and exfoliating. Smooth a few drops onto face, neck and eye area before moisturizing. For daytime, follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen rated SPF 25 or greater. May be alternated with a Paula’s Choice serum that does not contain retinol.

Skin Balancing Ultra-Sheer Daily Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 30:DIRECTIONS: Apply liberally before sun exposure as the last step in your morning skincare routine. Allow a moment to dry before applying makeup. For extra sun protection and to create a flawless finish, follow with a Paula’s Choice foundation and pressed powder with sunscreen.

Skin Balancing Invisible Finish Moisture Gel:DIRECTIONS: Ideal for softening and smoothing the face, neck and eye area. At night, use as the last step in your skincare routine. For daytime, follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen rated SPF 25 or greater.

Skin Balancing Oil-Absorbing Mask:DIRECTIONS: Use on clean skin. Apply a generous layer all over the face and neck (if needed). Let dry for 10-15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with tepid-to-warm water. May be used as often as needed. Those with oily to very oily skin can use this mask several times per week, while those with normal to slightly oily skin can use it less frequently (once or twice per week, for example).

Skin Balancing Oil-Reducing Cleanser cleanses skin every bit as well as both Hydralight and Moisture Boost One Step Face Cleansers, but uses a different ingredient composition to do so. The One Step cleansers do not foam or lather, but Skin Balancing Oil-Reducing Cleanser does, albeit mildly. Many customers prefer this type of lathering cleanser, even though the lather itself has no effect on cleansing ability.

Skin Balancing Oil-Reducing Cleanser would be great, or, if you prefer a gel texture, Hydralight One Step Face Cleanser is the way to go. If you have oily skin and breakouts, go for Clear Pore Normalzing Cleanser.

Paula has always recommended toners that are well-formulated. Toners can be a great after-cleansing step to be sure you've removed all your makeup. When properly formulated, they soothe skin and provide an extra dose of antioxidants and repairing ingredients.

All of our toners restore skin, help remove last traces of makeup, are alcohol- and fragrance-free, and contain no unnecessary irritants such as menthol, peppermint, and citrus oils. They are great as an adjunct to a more thorough cleansing routine, especially post-workout or in hot/humid climates. Even more significantly, they go beyond the basics by offering skin benefits you can see and feel.

Resist Advanced Replenishing Toner is a specialized formula designed to supply normal to dry aging skin with a broad range of ingredients it needs to produce healthy collagen while reducing wrinkles. It is a super-charged version of our popular Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner, with a specific emphasis on improving the signs of aging skin.

Resist Weightless Advanced Repairing Toner is a specialized formula designed to supply normal to oily or breakout-prone aging skin with a broad range of targeted ingredients to help improve signs of aging plus reduce enlarged pores and reduce dry, flaky, uneven skin texture. It is ideal for those struggling with oily skin, wrinkles, and large pores.

Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner for normal to very dry skin is an excellent choice for those who need more help protecting their skin from environmental damage or dryness. Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner has a richer texture than any of our other toners and contains more plant oils and other emollients than our Moisture Boost Essential Hydrating Toner. This is a great option for dry to very dry skin, extremely sun damaged skin, or those dealing with eczema or rosacea accompanied by dry skin.

Moisture Boost Essential Hydrating Toner contains ingredients that help soothe and restore normal to dry skin, plus it includes a greater amount of glycerin, a key ingredient to make dry skin look and feel better. It also contains a broad range of ingredients that aid the barrier repair process so those with dry skin (or normal skin with occasional dry patches) will receive even more benefit from their Paula’s Choice moisturizer and/or specialty product. Moisture Boost Essential Hydrating Toner feels lighter than our Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner, yet still provides an array of antioxidants, anti-irritants, and skin-protecting ingredients. To get the benefits of both toners for normal to dry skin, you can use Moisture Boost Essential Hydrating Toner in the morning and Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner in the evening.

Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner for normal to oily/combination skin is excellent for protecting skin from environmental damage or dryness. In addition, its cell-communicating ingredients can, in theory, help balance skin so its oily areas do not worsen or lead to reddened or blemished skin. Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner uses a more complex formulation than our Hydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner, and helps restore normal cell function.

Hydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner is an excellent choice for normal to oily/combination skin. It provides a weightless finish, and although it feels very light, it supplies skin with potent antioxidants and anti-irritants. Hydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner is a great option for those who want more protection and a soothing, soft, feeling on their skin, particularly those with sensitive skin. To get the benefits of both toners for normal to oily/combination skin, you may want use Hydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner in the morning and Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner in the evening.

Earth Sourced Purely Natural Refreshing Toner is for all skin types. It has a distinctive, liquid-gel formula bursting with antioxidants proven to repair skin and stimulate collagen production. The formula uses proprietary technology that truly captures the best of nature and modern science.

When properly formulated, both AHAs and BHA are brilliant options for exfoliating the surface of skin. Both AHA and BHA work to reduce wrinkles, stimulate collagen, and firm skin but each has its special qualities you'll want to consider when deciding which one to use:

AHAs are preferred for sun-damaged and dry skin because they exfoliate on the surface of skin and have the added benefit of also improving moisture content.

BHA is preferred for oily, acne-prone skin and for treating blackheads and white bumps because BHA can get through the oil that's clogging your pores, normalizing the lining of the misshapen pore that contributes to acne.

BHA has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial action. Those are two more reasons to use a BHA exfoliant if you have acne or sensitive, reddened skin.

BHA is preferred for those struggling with rosacea. Not everyone with rosacea can tolerate an exfoliant, but it is wise to experiment with a BHA product to see how your rosacea responds.

If your skin is sun-damaged and you're also struggling with acne or clogged pores, add a BHA product to your routine.

If you'd like to use an AHA and BHA at the same time, that is an option, though not really necessary. Some people find they work well when they're applied at the same time, but if you want to give this a try it is best to apply them separately, one during the day and one in the evening.

AHA products are most effective at a 5% to 10% concentration and BHA at 1% to 2% concentration. Think about it like making bread, the amount of yeast you need is tiny in comparison to the amount of flour you use but equally important to get the results you want. The percentage of effectiveness varies depending on the ingredient. Rest assured that the BHA products are not any less effective due to lower concentrations of the exfoliant.

If the BHA is feeling sticky, you are probably using too much product. The average amount necessary for facial application of the 2% BHA is less than the size of a dime. The product is best applied in a thin layer, and has great spreading properties. The "greasy" feel can be attributed to the high levels of glycol in this product (glycol helps the BHA penetrate the surface layers of skin and also works as a water-binding agent). If you live in a humid, moist climate, this effect will be more pronounced and, if too much product is used, can create a "greasy" feel on the skin. Many customers have remarked how silky-soft their skin is as a result of using the 2% BHA Liquid, and that is the result of the humectants working with the BHA to exfoliate and hydrate the skin.

First, we urge you to follow the post-procedure instructions your doctor or nurse provided. If nothing was mentioned about when to resume use of a BHA exfoliant, please contact the doctor's office where you had the procedure done. Otherwise, our general advice is to begin using your BHA again as soon as possible. Or, if your skin seems extra-sensitive, you may want to wait and apply the BHA exfoliant a few days post-procedure. Salicylic acid is an excellent anti-inflammatory ingredient that can enhance skin's natural healing process as it works to reduce post-procedure redness.

All skin types can use any of our serum and each provides multiple anti-aging benefits, but there are some formulary distinctions that make certain Paula’s Choice serums preferred for specific skin types. Here’s how they break down:

No. Skin Balancing Invisible Finish Moisture Gel is a silicone-in-water emulsion and has a light, water-based gel texture while the Skin Balancing Super Antioxidant Concentrate Serum is a non-aqueous serum that has a completely different feel. They're designed to work beautifully together, or you may use the Skin Balancing serum with any of our other moisturizers.

The silicone polymers in this product float over skin and minimally "fill in" pores, creating a smoother surface. The effect (as with all such products) is temporary and how long it lasts depends on your pore size and skin's oil output, as well as other products used at the same time. Overall, this product is not capable of reducing pore size, but it's conceivable this effect will be noticed and can be prolonged by pairing it with a matte finish foundation and powder.You can reduce enlarged pores by not using heavy, greasy products and using a well formulated BHA exfoliant along with other key ingredients found in our Skin Balancing line.

We are not aware of any contraindications surrounding the use of tretinoin and retinol and believe this combination is beneficial to skin. Because this question concerns a prescription drug, we recommend consulting your physician and following his or her advice. Alternately, you can apply the serum in the morning and the prescription retinoid product at night.

First, we urge you to follow the post-procedure instructions your doctor or nurse provided and follow those guidelines. If nothing was mentioned about when to resume use of a serum, please contact the doctor's office where you had the procedure done. Otherwise, our general advice is to begin using your serum again as soon as possible. All of our serums contain skin-repairing, anti-inflammatory, and replenishing ingredients that calm reddened skin and help enhance the healing process. Make sure you're also protecting your "new" skin every day with a product rated SPF 15 or greater.

As with any SPF-rated product, you'll need to reapply every 2 hours if you've been perspiring or have engaged in activities that may cause the sunscreen to become diluted or wear off, such as going for a swim. For casual, limited sun exposure on a daily basis when you're not perspiring, reapplication isn't necessary. For long days outdoors, most experts recommend reapplying at regular intervals, as well as seeking shade, wearing protective clothing, and limiting your time in direct sunlight during peak hours (typically between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.).

The major difference is the significant increase in SPF ratings. Skin Balancing Ultra-Sheer Daily Defense also contains a higher amount of avobenzone and no longer contains octinoxate as an active ingredient, as some people find that sensitizing when used around the eyes, and we wanted to avoid that potential issue.

One other difference is that Skin Balancing Daily Mattifying Lotion SPF 15 contained the cell-communicating ingredient niacinamide, whereas the updated Skin Balancing Ultra-Sheer Daily Defense SPF 30 does not. Instead, the current formula contains a different mix of cell-communicating ingredients. Also, the latest version contains a broader range of antioxidants, including stabilized vitamin C and pure vitamin E—both known to boost skin's environmental defenses and help prevent collagen breakdown.

Yes. Its lightweight, fluid texture and soft matte finish are ideal for breakout-prone skin. This daytime moisturizer with sunscreen also works beautifully under makeup or applied over any Paula's Choice serum.

This is a matter of preference. If you prefer your moisturizer to feel weightless while keeping skin smooth and soft, then Skin Balancing Invisible Finish Moisture Gel is for you. Either formula will take care of dry (but not very dry) skin without feeling heavy or occlusive, and both leave skin matte.

Either moisturizer contains anti-aging ingredients that help your skin look and act younger. Resist Anti-Aging Clear Skin Hydrator was specially formulated for those struggling with wrinkles and breakouts, particularly if your breakouts leave red marks that you'd like to fade. If that describes your skin, go for the Resist option. If not, enjoy the weightless smoothing and anti-aging benefits provided by Skin Balancing Invisible Finish Moisture Gel. Or, you can alternate between the two, applying one in the morning (under your SPF-rated product) and the other at night.

Your skin needs the beneficial ingredients found in our formulations. Our state-of-the-art toners can suffice if you don't want to use moisturizer every day. Our Skin Balancing Moisture Gel and Hydralight Moisture-Infusing Lotion are weightless moisturizers that can make you feel like you aren't wearing anything on your face at all, but your skin is improving from the state-of-the-art ingredients these products supply.

Paula is not a big fan of most masks and she doesn't believe most facial masks are an essential step in a person's skincare routine. However, for women who want to incorporate them into their routines Paula developed masks that meet her standard of excellence. Many of our customers report excellent results form regular use of Skin Balancing Oil-Absorbing Mask.

Skin Balancing Oil-Absorbing Mask should be effective and suitable for someone with rosacea. However, those with rosacea always need to be careful about any skincare product they use because even the gentlest formulas may cause a reaction. Paula's Choice products are guaranteed to be effective or we will refund your money.

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